Filming in Torbay

Film Torbay offers a dedicated point of contact, providing support and assistance for all types of film requests and enquiries ranging from music videos, commercials, TV productions and film projects.

We are proud of our beautiful natural location, known as the English Riviera, with naturally inspiring surroundings available to the film and media industry. We provide a liaison point for production companies from the point of enquiry through to completion of your project. We can support you in identifying possible locations and assist with information on access to local amenities for the cast and crew.
 

A warm welcome for production companies

• We offer guidance and assistance to productions to help your shoot run as smoothly as possible, whether that is a feature film, travel program, documentary, stills shoot or commercial. Torbay is a tourist destination and offers a wide range of accommodation, all within easy access of Bristol, London and beyond. Our transport network provides for quick and efficient access to Torbay from the M5 and Exeter airport. Our service to production companies includes:

• A central point for all essential Council contacts
• Permissions for filming on Council owned properties
• Information on locations, and local amenities including accommodation
• A location directory, showcasing the diverse opportunities for filming in the bay
• Support for unit base locations

Filming for public service news items does not require a permit, with the exception of drone filming. If you are a journalist looking to film for news, contact Torbay Council’s communications team at communications@torbay.gov.uk for more information.

Please note: All applications have a £10.00 fee to proceed. Please ensure the location you are enquiring about is owned and managed by Torbay Council. Privately owned locations cannot be applied for through this portal.
 

Guidelines and permits

If you would like to hold your shoot in Torbay, you will need to submit an application. Filming fees may apply.
Additional information and agreements can be found below:

Locations
A directory of film friendly locations in Torbay.

Code of Practice and Commercial Filming Guidelines
An outline of the expectations and requirements to ensure that standards and consideration by all parties to all affected is a priority.

Sustainable Filming Guidelines
The following guidelines for film production are intended to minimise environmental impacts while on location in Torbay

Locations agreement
A locations agreement designed to work alongside our Filming Guidelines

Please contact us for more information if your filming activity requires details on highways, parking or the emergency services. Information on road closures can be found as follows Road closures and diversions - Torbay Council, please contact us for assistance.